Animal Companion Counseling

Animal Companion Counseling, a Silver Member of the Chamber, is a nonprofit organization that provides ongoing outpatient mental health services to school-aged children, adolescents, adults, and families. They support individuals experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma/stress, and other mental health challenges.

They are the only organization in the Greater Cincinnati area that focuses on the integration of clinical Animal-Assisted Intervention and Animal-Assisted Therapy. They have 100% therapist retention for 3 consecutive years. They prioritize quick admission to services and maintain no waitlist. They accept Medicaid and most commercial insurances and are conveniently located at the intersection of the West End, Downtown and Queensgate neighborhoods.

There are many ways to get involved. Visit their website to learn more about their work and the positive impact they are making on mental health in our community. Share information about their services with others and make a referral if you know someone in need. You can also make a contribution to help expand services for those facing financial barriers, or attend one of the organization’s upcoming events—see the full event listing online.